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Cognitive Disabilities Support

Comprehensive learning aids, memory tools, and assistive technology for individuals with cognitive disabilities.

0.9%
Population with Cognitive Disabilities
₹2K-50K
Price Range for Learning Aids
250+
Special Education Centers

Understanding Cognitive Disabilities

Different types of cognitive impairments and their impact on learning and daily functioning.

Down Syndrome

Genetic condition causing intellectual disability, developmental delays, and characteristic physical features. Requires specialized learning approaches and life skills support.

Dyslexia

Learning difficulty affecting reading, writing, and spelling despite normal intelligence. Requires specialized teaching methods and assistive technology.

Dysgraphia

Learning disability affecting writing abilities, including handwriting, spelling, and organizing thoughts on paper. Benefits from typing and speech-to-text tools.

Dyscalculia

Math learning disability affecting number sense, calculation, and mathematical reasoning. Requires visual aids and specialized math instruction methods.

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affecting focus, impulse control, and hyperactivity. Benefits from structured environments and behavioral interventions.

Intellectual Disability

Significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior, affecting conceptual, social, and practical skills needed for daily life.

Learning & Memory Technology Products

Discover learning aids, memory tools, and assistive devices to support cognitive functioning.

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Government Support Schemes

Access financial assistance for learning aids, educational support, and special services.

ADIP Scheme

Assistive Devices Program

Government funding for learning aids, memory devices, and assistive technology for cognitive disabilities.

Learning Aid₹6,000
Memory Device₹8,000
Income Limit₹20,000/month

Scholarships

Educational Support

Financial assistance for students with cognitive disabilities pursuing education at various levels.

Pre-Matric₹1,200/year
Post-Matric₹2,000/year
Special Education₹15,000/year

Employment

Job Opportunities

Government job reservations and skill development programs for people with cognitive disabilities.

Reservation1% in Govt Jobs
Skill TrainingFree Programs
Support ServicesJob Coaching

Disability Pension

Monthly Financial Support

Monthly financial assistance for individuals with cognitive disabilities to support daily living expenses.

Central Govt₹500/month
State Govt₹1,000-₹2,500/month
Severe Disability₹2,000/month

Tax Benefits

Income Tax Deductions

Tax deductions and exemptions for medical expenses, learning aids, and therapy costs.

Section 80DD₹75,000
Severe Disability₹1,25,000
Medical Expenses₹40,000

Transportation

Travel Concessions

Discounted travel fares and priority booking for railways, buses, and airlines.

Railway75% discount
Bus Travel50% discount
Air TravelSpecial rates

Support Groups for Cognitive Disabilities in India

Connect with specialized organizations and support communities across India providing resources, guidance, and community for individuals with cognitive disabilities and their families.

National Institutes & Government Resources

Official government institutions providing comprehensive support and resources

NIEPID

National Institute for Intellectual Disabilities

Key national institute focusing on intellectual disabilities with regional centers across India. Provides training, research, and support services.

Manovikas Nagar, Secunderabad
040-27759267
nimh.director@gmail.com

DEPwD

Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities

Government of India department providing official information, directories of institutions, and helplines for disability support across India.

Institution Directories
Mental Health Helplines
National Institute Directory

Nayi Disha

Parent Association & Digital Platform

Comprehensive digital platform providing resources, directory, and multi-channel helpline for intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Helpline: 844-844-8996
prachi.deo@nayi-disha.org

Learning Disabilities & ADHD Support

Specialized organizations for dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD

LDExplained

Learning Disabilities Resource

India's first comprehensive resource website on learning disabilities offering support groups and professional directory.

LDExplained Support Group
Find A Professional Directory
Comprehensive Resources

Dyslexia Association of India

DAI • Noida

Prominent organization addressing dyslexia, dyspraxia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD with assessments, counseling, and educational therapy.

+91-88260 22886
info@dyslexiaindia.org.in
Sector 18, NOIDA

Maharashtra Dyslexia Association

MDA • Mumbai

Provides support and resources for individuals with reading and spelling difficulties through programs for students, parents, and teachers.

Student Programs
Parent Support Programs
Teacher Training

Madras Dyslexia Association

MDA • Chennai

Focuses on dyslexia support in Chennai providing training, assistive reading app (MDA Avaz Reader), and remedial instruction courses.

MDA Avaz Reader App
Remedial Instruction Courses
Training Programs

SoulUp ADHD Support

Online Support Groups

Offers various online support groups specifically for ADHD in India including adult support, parent groups, and workplace assistance.

Adulting with ADHD
ADHD Parent Support Group
ADHD in the Workplace

THAP ADHD Healing Circle

Online Safe Space

Offers an online safe space for individuals navigating the challenges of ADHD with structured healing circle sessions.

₹199 per session
Online Safe Space
Structured Sessions

Down Syndrome & Intellectual Disabilities

Specialized support for Down Syndrome and intellectual disabilities

Down Syndrome Federation of India

DSFI

Organization offering support to individuals with Down's Syndrome and their families across India through counseling, therapy, and awareness programs.

Family Counseling
Therapy Services
Awareness Programs

Navkshitij

Intellectual Disabilities Support

Provides lifetime residential care for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PwIDs) and offers vocational training, awareness programs, and peer support groups.

+91 9890 881378 / 9850092642
Vocational Training
Parent Peer Groups

Yash Charitable Trust

YCT • Mumbai

Mumbai-based NGO working for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (PwIDD), focusing on skilling, employment, advocacy, and counseling.

Sushma@yashcharitabletrust.org
Skills & Employment
Advocacy & Counseling

Cross-Disability Support Organizations

Organizations supporting multiple disabilities and comprehensive community services

ASTHA

Community-Based Disability Organization • Delhi

Works with children and young adults with disabilities, provides support to their families, and helps make their communities more accessible.

Family Support Services
Community Accessibility
National Disability Helpline

The Hans Foundation

Multi-Initiative Foundation

Engages in various disability-centered initiatives including mobile therapy units, inclusive education projects, and mental health support in collaboration with NIEPID.

Mobile Therapy Units
Inclusive Education Projects
Mental Health Support

Additional ADHD Treatment Resources

Professional treatment providers with ADHD support groups

RHOPE

Royal House of Psychiatry

While primarily a treatment provider, RHOPE offers "ADHD support groups India" and constant support with teleconsultations connecting with psychiatrists and psychologists.

ADHD Support Groups
Teleconsultations Available
Psychiatrist & Psychologist Network

ADHD Support Groups & Services

Specialized support for ADHD individuals and families

SoulUp

Online ADHD Support Groups

Online ADHD support groups including "Adulting with ADHD," "ADHD Parent Support Group," and "ADHD in the Workplace."

Adult ADHD Groups
Parent Support Groups
Workplace Support

RHOPE

Royal House of Psychiatry

Treatment provider offering ADHD support groups, teleconsultations, and connections with psychiatrists and psychologists for constant support.

ADHD Support Groups
Teleconsultations
Professional Network

THAP

ADHD Healing Circle

Online safe space for individuals navigating ADHD challenges, offering structured healing circle sessions for peer support and strategies.

ADHD Healing Circles
Peer Support Sessions
₹199 per session

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Comprehensive scholarship opportunities for students with cognitive disabilities - from government schemes to private foundations

Government Scholarships

NHFDC Scholarships

National Handicapped Finance & Development Corporation

Comprehensive scholarships for students with 40%+ disability pursuing UG, PG, or technical/professional courses.

Tuition fees coverage
Maintenance allowance
Book & laptop grants

AICTE Saksham Scholarship

Technical Education Support

For differently-abled students (40%+ disability) in 1st year of technical diploma or degree course.

₹50,000/year for entire course
Covers tuition, books, hostel

NIEPID Scholarships

Intellectual Disabilities Support

Specialized scholarships for students with intellectual and cognitive disabilities through NIEPID regional centers.

Cognitive disability focused
Regional center support

Private & Corporate Scholarships

Indus Towers Scholarship

Shishu Sarothi Partnership

Scholarships for students with cognitive disabilities across academic and professional courses.

+91 70862 68549
Study materials support

National Trust Schemes

Multiple Disability Support

Specialized schemes for intellectual disabilities, ADHD, and learning disabilities including scholarships.

GyanPrabha Scholarship
Financial incentives

Learning Disability Scholarships

Private Foundation Support

Various private foundations and trusts offering targeted support for dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning disabilities.

Learning disability focus
Educational support

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